I’m 55 years old and a first-time car buyer. My budget is ₹9-11 lakh. I’ll use the car mostly in the city, with a 400 km highway trip once every two months. My requirements: safety, automatic transmission, and a 4-cylinder engine. Can you please suggest suitable models?

There are a number of options available based on your requirements. If you want a hatchback, go for the Maruti Suzuki Baleno. It comes with a smooth 4-cylinder engine paired to an AMT automatic gearbox, and it comes with 6 airbags and a 4-star safety rating from Global NCAP. However, if you prefer a small SUV or a crossover, consider the Maruti Suzuki Fronx, which comes with the same four-cylinder engine and safety features as the Baleno. Do note, both these models are also available as rebadged Toyotas in the form of the Glanza (Baleno) and Taisor (Fronx).